Infection Control Specialist

6 days ago


San Antonio, Texas, United States UHS Full time
Job Title: Infection Control Specialist

At UHS, we are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our patients and employees. As an Infection Control Specialist, you will play a critical role in preventing the spread of infections and ensuring compliance with infection control standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct ongoing surveillance of infections in patients and employees, compile and interpret data, and present it to the Safety Committee each month.
  • Investigate clusters of infections above expected levels, survey for outbreaks, evaluate and provide recommendations for prevention, and disseminate information to the Safety Committee.
  • Educate staff and patients on infection control policies and procedures, including universal precautions, blood-borne pathogens, and tuberculosis.
  • Communicate reportable diseases to the local Health Department in a timely manner.
  • Serve on the Performance Improvement Committee.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent experience.
  • RN licensure in the state of Texas.
  • APIC Certified preferred.
  • Strong public speaking, communication, and technical writing skills.
  • Knowledge of performance improvement and quality principles.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about infection control and prevention, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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